We Went Viral After Appearing on a Dating Reality Show with Movie Queen O - Chapter 29

“Xingyu, you’re here!” Ye Yin greeted her with a wave.

 

“Ye Yin,” Gu Xingyu replied.

 

Qian Mian, who was sitting next to Ye Yin, immediately shifted her body sideways, creating some distance between them.

 

Then, she flashed the two women a radiant smile, as if nothing had happened.

 

No way, Ye Yin really didn’t give it to Qian Mian?!

 

Judging by this, she’s probably going to give it to thatscumbag Alpha Gu Xingyu…

 

She must be out of her mind! What kind of love potion did Gu Xingyu give her?!

 

 

“Huh?!” Kuroo exclaimed in shock. “What do you mean, Captain Kuroo?”

 

To be honest, when Chika had told Yaku Morisuke that the volleyball club desperately needed a responsible captain, she never imagined Kuroo would be standing before her.

 

At the time, she had simply thought, If it were Atobe-san, he’d surely find a way.

 

Chen Ren, who had been blending into the crowd, looked utterly bewildered when she was suddenly called out. She slowly rose and followed Ye Yin out of the room.

 

Several pairs of eyes involuntarily turned toward Bai Shulan, but her expression remained impassive, as if nothing had happened.

 

Gu Xingyu let out a silent sigh of relief, but her hand instinctively clenched into a fist.

 

Does this mean she’s completely confident in Chen Ren…?

 

Well, ever since their student days, the two have been… close. Back then, I always heard rumors that they were a couple or something similar.

 

Gu Xingyu lowered her gaze, lost in thought.

 

“Hey, Shulan, who did you give your rose to? Chen Ren?” Qian Mian asked, breaking the ice.

 

“…Guess?” Bai Shulan replied lightly, a faint smile playing on her lips.

 

The atmosphere instantly chilled again.

 

Gu Xingyu’s parted lips snapped shut.

 

At the request of viewers, the camera switched to the scene outside.

 

Ye Yin and Chen Ren were strolling aimlessly.

 

“Chen Ren… here,” Ye Yin said with a radiant smile, directly offering the rose.

 

“…Thank you.” Chen Ren’s smile faltered for a moment, but she accepted the flower.

 

“…Why didn’t you give it to Gu Xingyu?” After a long silence, Chen Ren brushed a stray strand of hair behind her ear and tilted her head to look at Ye Yin.

 

“…I feel like I understand Xingyu pretty well now… I’d like to get to know the others better,” Ye Yin said, her gaze drifting as she smoothed a stray curl of her slightly wavy hair.

 

“…It’s good for everyone to get to know each other. What about Qian Mian?” Chen Ren deftly turned the conversation back.

 

“…Hmm, well… I prefer your type. You seem so steady and reliable,” Ye Yin said frankly, without any pretense.

 

“…Thank you. I’m still getting to know you too,” Chen Ren replied after a moment’s consideration.

 

“…Yes, we should all spend more time together to understand each other better…” Ye Yin lowered her eyes, her smile momentarily fading before she looked up again, returning a polite smile.

 

Having finished their conversation, the two had almost completed a slow circuit of the room, eventually returning to the doorway.

 

What does this mean? Is Chen Ren subtly rejecting our Yin Yin?!

 

Ye Yin said she already understands Gu Xingyu. See? Our Ye Yin isn’t so naive after all. She wouldn’t actually fall for such a promiscuous woman.

 

Our Ye Yin is so gentle and refined! Her words and actions are so dignified! Compared to those other trashy girls—no boundaries, no morals—she’s in a completely different league! She and Chen Ren are a perfect match!

 

So when Chen Ren said she’s still getting to know her, does that mean she’s getting to know Bai Shulan? Wait… didn’t she just give flowers to Qi Meng?! No way! Qi Meng?!

 

 

“Hao Pian, did you give your rose?” Qi Meng asked softly, leaning closer to him.

 

He shook his head.

 

“Hao Pian, you’re just joining the fun.”

 

“Qi Meng… did you receive a flower?” Qian Mian asked with a smile.

 

“Yes, Chen Ren gave it to me. Why? She said my desserts today were perfect.”

 

Hao Pian, looking thoughtful, took a deep breath and glanced up at Qian Mian, a flicker of hesitation in his eyes.

 

“Xingyu… I’ll give it to you! Here!” Hao Pian turned to Gu Xingyu and said, “Thank you both for bringing me gifts earlier! I really appreciate it!” He smiled warmly at her.

 

Gu Xingyu froze, stunned. She had been hoping to gossip, but now she was the one being gossiped about.

 

“What are you waiting for? Just take it!”

 

“Exactly! Xingyu, just accept it,” Qi Meng said, taking the rose and tucking it into Gu Xingyu’s arms.

 

Qian Mian’s smile faltered, growing fainter.

 

Bai Shulan, observing silently from the sidelines, watched the scene unfold.

 

Just as Chen Ren and Ye Yin returned, the intercom suddenly crackled to life:

 

Ding-dong~ Congratulations to all those who bravely pursued love and successfully delivered their flowers! Please return to your rooms now and use the appropriate pheromone suppressants. Thank you for your cooperation!

 

The guests who did not receive roses today are Qian Mian and Hao Pian. Please prepare and head to the picnic area at Heartspring Lake. Thank you for your cooperation.

 

As the announcement faded, several guests glanced at Qian Mian in surprise before silently returning to their rooms.

 

Finally, Chen Ren stopped Hao Pian.

 

“I’m sorry,” Chen Ren said, pausing. “I originally planned to give it to you, but I ran into Qi Meng later and ended up giving it to her. I’ll make it up to you next time,” she added apologetically.

 

“…It’s fine,” Hao Pian replied after a moment’s thought. “It’s all the same. You weren’t wrong… Everyone decorated their tents so nicely yesterday. It’ll be good to experience them today.”

 

“Yeah, I’m sorry.”

 

Chen Ren actually apologized?! What a true gentleman…

 

Why didn’t Qian Mian get a rose?! I can’t figure it out…

 

Exactly! It seemed like Hao Pian was originally going to give his to Qian Mian.

 

Strange. Why did Qian Mian suddenly ask Qi Meng if she’d received a flower?!

 

Right? That was weird… Could she have been spying from the balcony too?! These people, hahahaha! I bet Chen Ren and Shulan went to the fourth floor as well!

 

 

“Ye Yin, did you give the rose to Chen Ren?” Qi Meng asked excitedly, abandoning her earlier reservations.

 

“…Yes, she said we should get to know each other better,” Ye Yin replied with a gentle smile.

 

“I thought you’d give it to Xingyu?”

 

“Not that I wouldn’t…” Ye Yin deliberately played along, looking at Qi Meng with a mischievous grin.

 

Qi Meng’s smile instantly faded.

 

“Oh, Xingyu and I are just friends… Don’t overthink it! Do you like Xingyu that much?” Ye Yin teased.

 

“…Friends… No, not at all!” Qi Meng stammered, turning her flushed face away.

 

“I can tell without even looking! Come on, let’s talk about why you like her so much?” Ye Yin playfully leaned closer, her face inches from Qi Meng’s.

 

“Aiya, you wouldn’t understand. I met her a long time ago… I just think she’s a really good person,” Qi Meng said softly, her cheeks flushed with shyness.

 

“Yeah, Xingyu is pretty great,” Ye Yin agreed with a nod, her smile widening.

 

“Hey, you said you’re just friends!”

 

“So? That doesn’t mean friends can’t give each other roses, does it?” Ye Yin teased.

 

“Hey, you you you…”

 

Ah? Ye Yin also thinks Gu Xingyu is great?! I seriously suspect they’ve all been bribed with Gu Xingyu’s red envelopes!

 

Aaaah, these two are so cute!!!

 

My Yin Yin has this side to her too! Hugs, hugs, hugs, hugs!!!

 

 

After washing up and changing into their pajamas, Qi Meng pulled Ye Yin downstairs. They immediately spotted Hao Pian sitting alone beneath the swing hanging in the side hall.

 

Just as the two girls settled down, Gu Xingyu came downstairs.

 

“What are you all doing here?” she asked, a hint of confusion in her voice. She grabbed a chair and joined the group.

 

“We’re just chatting! Xingyu, come join us!” Qi Meng waved enthusiastically.

 

“Hao Pian, don’t worry. That place is actually pretty nice. Chen Ren, Shulan, and Xingyu even went there last night!” Qi Meng reassured him.

 

“Yeah, they have everything you need there. If you’re missing anything, just check the equipment depot,” Gu Xingyu added, sharing her outdoor camping experience.

 

“Ye Yin, did you give your flowers to Chen Ren?” Hao Pian suddenly changed the subject.

 

“Yes,” Ye Yin replied, startled but truthful.

 

“And Qian Mian gave her flowers to you…” Hao Pian mused, analyzing the situation.

 

“Wait a minute… who did Shulan give her flowers to?” Qi Meng suddenly remembered.

 

In an instant, all three pairs of eyes turned to Gu Xingyu.

 

“…Me,” she replied softly, her voice barely audible as she lowered her gaze.

 

Ye Yin and Hao Pian fell silent, while Qi Meng hung her head in a daze. Having just regained her energy, she now wilted again.

 

“Hao Pian, were you planning to give it to Qian Mian?” Ye Yin asked, changing the subject.

 

“…Yes,” Hao Pian hesitated before admitting. “But Chen Ren said it probably wouldn’t work, so…”

 

“Chen Ren? When did she tell you that?” Gu Xingyu immediately looked up at the mention of her name.

 

“…Shulan was there too. The three of us were together, and Chen Ren suggested we exchange gifts…” Hao Pian explained directly. They were all close friends, so there was no need for pretense.

 

“Ah? Shulan was there too?” Qi Meng exchanged shocked glances with Ye Yin before turning to Gu Xingyu.

 

Gu Xingyu lowered her head, her downturned lips barely visible.

 

The flicker of hope that had just ignited in Gu Xingyu’s heart was instantly extinguished.

 

So that’s it. Shulan and Chen Ren must be arguing. That’s why Chen Ren would say such things in front of Shulan, giving the rose to someone completely unrelated to her… and why Shulan would give the flower to Gu Xingyu…

 

“Then I said I was planning to give it to someone else, and Chen Ren said it probably wouldn’t work out… Anyway, that’s how it went.” Hao Pian paused, then continued, “So I thought it was a bit strange… Back then, Ye Yin, you and Chen Ren had gone out, and Qian Mian suddenly asked you…” Hao Pian turned to look at Qi Meng.

 

“Yeah, that’s right,” Gu Xingyu and Qi Meng nodded in agreement.

 

“I didn’t think there was anything weird about it,” Qi Meng said, looking puzzled.

 

Gu Xingyu also looked confused, while Ye Yin seemed thoughtful, glancing at the other two.

 

“…Okay, fine… Qi Meng, do you want to come with me tonight?” Hao Pian reluctantly changed the subject, trying to shake off the lingering unease. He couldn’t shake the feeling that Qian Mian’s gaze had been drifting toward him intermittently.

 

“…No, I want to stay with my new roommate, Ye Yin!” Qi Meng pouted deliberately. “It’s her first day here—wouldn’t it be awful to abandon her already?”

 

“Fine, fine, fine! And you call yourself a friend?!” Hao Pian retorted indignantly.

 

“It’s okay,” Gu Xingyu said with a smile, continuing her persuasion. “They have everything there. It’s just for one night. The air is so fresh and it’s really comfortable. Getting closer to nature would be good for you.”

 

Did Shulan really give her flowers to Gu Xingyu?!

 

Ugh… I still don’t get what everyone sees in Gu Xingyu! Isn’t thatscumbag Alpha still stringing Qi Meng along?

 

Objectively speaking, Gu Xingyu seems pretty decent—considerate and caring… She hasn’t even lied to Qi Meng. Isn’t Qi Meng the one who’s been clinging to her?

 

Wait, all this analysis is making my head spin… Can someone summarize?

 

What is Hao Pian even saying? I don’t get it! The other three look just as confused, haha!

 

Forget it. What’s the point of analyzing anything with these idiots?!

 

The group was still chatting and joking in the side hall when the villa’s intercom crackled to life again:

 

I’m sure everyone is eagerly anticipating this moment! Please head to the mailboxes to retrieve your love letters, then gather in the living room to share their contents with each other!

 

The four in the side hall exchanged bewildered glances, their eyes widening in shock. This segment hadn’t been mentioned yesterday.

 

Ah? They’re revealing the letters?! rubs hands excitedly**

 

The Production Team is really going all out! This is going to be epic! I can’t wait to see it!

 

Sharing the letters face-to-face? That’s so awkward! Especially with rivals present… It could get really embarrassing…

 

Hurry, hurry! I need to know who Shulan wrote to and what she said!